原來如此

By 王菀之

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
什麼可使你喝杯水

What makes you drink a glass of water?

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zaap6
mo5
ho2
si2
nei5
jit3
bui1
seoi2
仍過份滿足 沉迷愛一樣

It's like being overly satisfied, addicted to love.

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jing4
gwo3
fan6
mun6
zuk1
zam6
mai4
oi3
jat1
joeng2
怎麼只有我空虛

Why is it just me?

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fim2
mo5
zi2
jau6
ngo5
hung3
heoi1
微笑亦似水 無聊時數眼淚

Smile is like water, and count the tears when you're bored.

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mei4
siu3
jik6
ci5
seoi2
mou4
liu4
si4
sou3
ngaan5
leoi6
總覺得其實我為了身邊一切

I always felt like I was doing everything for myself.

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zung2
gok3
dak1
kei4
sat6
ngo5
wai6
liu4
jyun4
bin1
jat1
cit3
過份着重什麼內情

What is the importance of being overly self-aware?

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gwo3
fan6
jyu3
zung6
zaap6
mo5
noi6
cing4
心已超載抬頭而無力

My heart is overwhelmed with power.

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sam1
ji5
ciu1
zoi3
toi4
tau4
nang4
mou4
lik6
我必須要清醒

I have to be awake.

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ngo5
bit1
seoi1
jiu3
cing1
sing2
原來如此 別有意思

It turns out that's not funny.

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jyun5
loi6
jyu4
ci2
bit6
jau6
ji3
soi1
不快樂亦是愛的意義

Unhappiness is also the meaning of love.

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fau2
faai3
ngok6
jik6
si6
oi3
dik1
ji3
ji6
覺得不尋常時 就算有先知大能

And even when it seems unusual, there is a prophetic power.

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gok3
dak1
fau2
cam4
soeng4
si4
zau6
syun3
jau6
sin3
zi3
taai3
toi4
未發生的總會發生

What hasn't happened will happen.

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mei6
fat3
sang1
dik1
zung2
wui6
fat3
sang1
原來如此 年少無知

It was like a childhood ignorance.

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jyun5
loi6
jyu4
ci2
nin4
siu3
mou4
zi3
遇見誰什麼都愛不打緊將心閉起來

I'm not trying to close my heart when I meet someone who loves me.

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jyu6
jin6
seoi4
zaap6
mo5
dou1
oi3
fau2
ding2
gan2
zoeng3
sam1
bai3
hei2
loi6
才能避免傷害

And that's how we avoid harm.

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coi4
toi4
bei6
min5
soeng1
hou6
我終於可以喝杯水

I can finally drink a glass of water.

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ngo5
zung1
wu1
ho2
jyu5
jit3
bui1
seoi2
仍快樂滿足 誰和我一樣

Still happy and satisfied.

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jing4
faai3
ngok6
mun6
zuk1
seoi4
wo4
ngo5
jat1
joeng2
今天比昨天空虛

Today is more empty than yesterday.

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gam1
tin1
bei3
zok6
tin1
hung3
heoi1
矇蔽了自己 怎樣

How can we hide ourselves?

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mung4
bai3
liu4
zi6
gei2
fim2
joeng2
原來如此 年少無知

It was like a childhood ignorance.

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jyun5
loi6
jyu4
ci2
nin4
siu3
mou4
zi3
遇見誰什麼都愛不打緊將心閉起來

I'm not trying to close my heart when I meet someone who loves me.

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jyu6
jin6
seoi4
zaap6
mo5
dou1
oi3
fau2
ding2
gan2
zoeng3
sam1
bai3
hei2
loi6
還儘快躲於彩色被窩內

And they hide in the colored cages.

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waan4
zeon2
faai3
do2
wu1
coi2
sik1
pei5
wo1
noi6
然後與自尊心相親相愛 才算精彩

And then it's great to be in love with your self-esteem.

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jin4
hau6
jyu6
zi6
zyun1
sam1
soeng2
can3
soeng2
oi3
coi4
syun3
zing1
coi2
About This Song

"" ("So It Turns Out") by (Wang Wan Zhi) delves into the complexities of love, self-awareness, and the bittersweet nature of emotional experiences. The songs main theme revolves around personal introspection, revealing how the pursuit of love can lead to both fulfillment and emptiness. The emotional core of the piece expresses a poignant reflection on the contradictions of love: one can feel profoundly happy yet deeply unsatisfied at the same time. The narrator acknowledges their youthful naivety, recognizing that the connections they seek often come with vulnerabilities and risks.

The message conveyed in the song is one of acceptance and realization. The lyrics portray the journey of transitioning from youthful ignorance to a more grounded understanding of love's dual nature. It touches on the idea that there can be meaning even in unhappiness, suggesting that all experiencesjoyful or painfulare integral to personal growth. As the song unfolds, the narrator learns to embrace their emotions, accepting their need to shield themselves from potential heartbreak while also recognizing the value in vulnerability as part of lifes journey.

Musically, the song features a gentle melody that complements the contemplative tone of the lyrics. Subtle instrumentation allows the vocals to take center stage, making the heartfelt delivery more impactful. Lyrically, Wang employs vivid imagery and metaphorical language to evoke feelings of solitude and introspection. The recurring motifs of water and emptiness symbolize both the need for emotional sustenance and the void that can accompany unfulfilled desires, creating a rich landscape of emotions that listeners can relate to on multiple levels.

Culturally, "" resonates within the context of modern Chinese pop music, where themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery frequently emerge. Wang's introspective style reflects a broader societal trend that values emotional honesty and vulnerability, encouraging listeners to embrace their feelings. This makes the song not only a personal anthem for many but also a reflective piece that engages with the complexities of contemporary relationships in Chinese society.

Song Details
Singer:
王菀之
Total Lines:
23